Paisley, a town brimming with creativity, vitality, and inspiration, stands as an attractive destination for students seeking education opportunities in the local universities or colleges, or even in nearby Glasgow. This charming town, often hailed as one of Scotland's hidden gems for student living, offers a blend of tranquility and vibrancy. Despite its laid-back atmosphere,…
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How Can Young Professionals Tackle Work Stress?
Starting your first job after uni is the beginning of a whole new phase of life. Yet, while student mental health topics are widely discussed, studies on graduate mental health are few and far between. Wondering how you can look after your mental health? Here are a few tips: 1. Have plenty of short breaks while…
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Fun Things To Do In Glasgow If You’re A Student
Glasgow is a great city, offering a variety of fun activities and experiences for students. Whether you’re going to be a fresher next year and want to make the most out of the nightlife or you’re half way through your degree and looking to soak up the culture. Glasgow has something for everyone. Here are…
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REVEALED: The UK and Ireland’s Top Student Unions
From societies, sports and clubs to cheap food, drinks and nights out, the students’ union is your foundation for making new friends and memories. But what is it that makes a good students’ union? By researching different important features — including the number of clubs and societies, the cost of food and drinks, and representation…
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Mental Health Among Students In The UK
Millennials are considered an anxious generation, which is often attributed to an obsession with technology, overbearing parents and the stress that comes with trying to fit into a social media-driven world. But, according to experts, the anxiety and often depression experienced by young adults lies in uncertainty. Anxiety is not a new concept, but according…
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Britain’s weirdest Christmas traditions explained
If you're not from the UK, spending Christmas here for the first time is likely to be a whole new experience. To avoid any confusion or misunderstanding, here is an explanation of the weird (and wonderful) things that happen during Christmas time in Britain and with less than three weeks until the big day, we…
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Exclusive Party at Vienna’s for MyPad Students!
Vienna's in Paisley are hosting a night out exclusively for MyPad students and their friends on Thursday 8th March from 9pm - late. Entry tickets will be delivered to each MyPad resident and you can bring up to 4 friends. We will have EXCLUSIVE use of the downstairs areas until 12am. You will receive a…
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MY PAD CHRISTMAS CLOSING TIMES
The office will be closed for the Christmas Break Friday 22 December from 4pm. We will be back in the office on Wednesday 3rd January 2018. We will have security on site 24/7 throughout Christmas and New Year. Incase of an emergency during this time, please contact a member of security staff on-site in person,…
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Urban Market – 4 June
The first Sunday of every month, Glasgow holds the Urban Market - free of charge! You can shop, eat, drink at the indoor market. Celebrating the curious, original and creative, discover a market packed with traders, showcasing the Scottish artisan food & drink producers, exciting designers, makers & artists as well as original vintage. The event…
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Paisley Farmers Market – 10 June
We have another date for your diary - our local farmers market which is located at the County Square on Saturday 10 June. They sell a huge variety of locally sourced produce, from dairy products, meat products to fresh fruit and vegetables. The market began back in 2000 and is a hit with the locals,…
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Scottish Street Food Festival – May 20 & 21
The Scottish Street Food Festival is taking place on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st May at the Riverside Museum. Make sure you take a visit to see Scotlands new Street food culture food festival. There will be a wide variety of food trucks, restaurants, suppliers and events going on. It will be a fun and friendly…
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COLOURSFEST IN GLASGOW
Braehead Arena in Glasgow Saturday 5th August 2017 5:00pm til 4:00am (last entry 10:00pm) Minimum Age: 18 FEATURING: SOME OF THE WORLD'S BIGGEST DJS COLOURSFEST is on its way! Now in its 16th year and once again at Braehead Arena, we are moving the date to August for 2017, this year promises to be something…
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Joel Dommett is coming to Glasgow
Just in time for our new Freshers! Book tickets now for only £22.65 on Saturday 26 September. Don't miss out! https://www.list.co.uk/event/489097-joel-dommett-live/ Joel Dommett is fresh out of the Jungle where he came second, well I say fresh... but that was almost 6 months ago he charmed us after his appearance on the Jungle. Where have…
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BBC Radio 6 Music Festival
TICKETS SELLING FAST! BBC 6 Music Festival 2017 to take place in Glasgow from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 March. Depeche Mode are to headline. Full line-up Friday 24 March O2 Academy Glasgow: Goldfrapp, Sparks, Future Islands Barrowland: The Jesus and Mary Chain, Ride, Warpaint, Sleaford Mods St Luke’s: Cate Le Bon, Dutch Uncles, Girl Ray,…
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Lip Syncin ‘N’ Ravin
24th March 8pm-3am at UWS Student Union. £5! Find out more through the Facebook page. An Event organised by the students at University of West Scotland and they are raising money for Red Nose Day. Grab your mates and join us for an evening filled with fun and laughter all for a great cause. Maybe even…
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What to expect Freshers 2017…
So, the first week of uni is called Freshers Week. It is the best chance to make new friends, try new activites and get a proper look around your new home for the next 3+ years. It might be scary but everyone is in the same boat so it will be very exciting. Once you…
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